Senior Environmental Health Officer

Mid Kent Environmental Health is a highly successful shared service that covers the three Kent local authorities of Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone, and Swale. We are looking for a passionate experienced environmental health professional to join the environmental protection team based in Tunbridge Wells. The Council operates a hybrid model combining working home and from the office, taking a flexible approach to strike the right balance for officers and service delivery.

For this exciting opportunity we are looking for an individual who has excellent technical and communication skills, is passionate about environmental health, and a strong team player.

The post holder will be a highly motivated, flexible individual, with excellent customer service skills, able to communicate with people at different levels as appropriate. You will be working with and supporting other team members with complex cases.  As senior officer you will lead on the contaminated land specialism within the team and will generally take on more complex and difficult cases.

For a detailed list of responsibilities and person criteria please see the Job Description and Person Specification below.

Benefits include flexible, hybrid working, 26 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service and 34 days after 30 years continuous Local Government service), plus additional time in December when the Council closes between Christmas and New Year.  Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme, Membership of professional body, as well as invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development and free town centre parking. 

For an informal discussion regarding this rewarding and interesting role please contact Lisa Anderson, Environmental Protection Team Leader 01622 602762   or L.anderson@midkent.gov.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 6th April 2025

Interviews: 14 April 2025